In this blog I will share bonus management tips three and four that are exclusive to the Marine Corps.
3. Marines Make Every Team Member a Problem Solver. The Corps pushes as much decision-making authority down to the lower levels as the situation demands. This empowerment allows lower-level officers and enlisted personnel to make decisions that can impact the success of a mission. This critical practice allows the Corps to be faster and more effective. Companies should also consider this approach with all their time-sensitive business decisions.
4. The Marine Corps Rewards Failure. In the Corps, mission failure is not an option – period. But Marines are tolerant of the occasional minor disappointment. They view it as a sign that a Marine is taking chances – which they should – as well as a learning experience. Managers should support this tradition too. Mistakes are educational opportunities that build character, confidence, and problem-solving skills.
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